Patching Engineer (Red Hat Enterprise Linux (Rhel))

Job Title: Patching Engineer (Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) / Windows Server platforms) Contract Duration: 12 Months (Potential to Extend) Role Summary: The Patching Engineer is responsible for managing and executing patching activities across enterprise server environments, with a primary focus on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and secondary support for Windows Server platforms. The role ensures systems remain secure, compliant, and up to date, while supporting large-scale infrastructure operations and maintaining service stability across distributed environments. Key Responsibilities: Execute end-to-end patch management activities across Linux and Windows server environments, including physical, virtual, and cluster servers. Ensure timely deployment of security patches to maintain compliance and reduce vulnerabilities. Manage and maintain patch baselines, schedules, and execution workflows across platforms. Support large-scale server environments across on-premise and cloud infrastructure. Utilise tools such as BMC TrueSight Orchestration and Tanium for patch deployment and automation. Work within ServiceNow and ITSM processes for change, incident, and problem management. Support weekend patching cycles and maintenance windows as required. Troubleshoot patching failures and coordinate with engineering, application, and infrastructure teams for resolution. Maintain documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures related to patching activities. Required Skills: Experience in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (primary) and/or Windows Server administration, including patching and system maintenance. Strong troubleshooting skills to address patching failures. Good understanding of patch management processes, including scheduling, execution, and validation. Experience working within enterprise-scale environments . Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across global teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on automation and continuous improvement. Desired Skills: Experience with automation and scripting/tools such as Ansible, Python, Bash, and PowerShell. Knowledge of infrastructure automation and patch orchestration frameworks. Experience working within financial services or regulated environments.